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Why is a measure of serum lactate obtained in the initial assessment of the trauma patient? 
 
Answer: c - a) to measure oxygenation and ventilation 
b) to quantify the base deficit for the adequacy of cellular perfusion c) *to gauge end-organ perfusion and tissue hypoxia ** 
d) to determine the underlying cause of shock 
 
A trauma patient is restless and repeatedly asking "where am I?" vital signs upon arrival were BP 100/60 mm Hg, HR 96 beats/min, and RR 24 breaths/min. Her skin is cool and...